Serving 623 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Matilda Harris Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 63% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 63% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 623 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Matilda Harris Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Matilda Harris Elementary School's student population of 623 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
623 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Matilda Harris Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,168 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Matilda Harris Elementary School is 0.63, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#225 out of 2168 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
12%
18%
Black
17%
36%
White
57%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Matilda Harris Elementary School's ranking?
Matilda Harris Elementary School is ranked #225 out of 2,168 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Matilda Harris Elementary School often compared to?
Matilda Harris Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kingsland Elementary School, Sugarmill Elementary School, David L Rainer Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% GA state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average).
How many students attend Matilda Harris Elementary School?
623 students attend Matilda Harris Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Matilda Harris Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Matilda Harris Elementary School?
Matilda Harris Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Matilda Harris Elementary School offer ?
Matilda Harris Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Matilda Harris Elementary School part of?
Matilda Harris Elementary School is part of Camden County School District.
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